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Making a freedom of information request

https://myaccount.northyorks.gov.uk/foi/request

If the information you are requesting is not available already, and relates to one of our services, you can make a request for information using our online form.

Make an freedom of information request

We generally reply to requests by email, but if you would like the information in any specific format let us know when you make your request. We will respond as soon as possible and within 20 working days.

After submitting a request Your request will be passed on to the relevant service area, who will be responsible for replying to you.

We will always provide as much information as possible, but there are rules that allow us to withhold certain types of information. For example, if providing the information would infringe someone else's privacy or, if the information you have asked for is not environmental, would take longer than 18 hours to acquire. If we are unable to provide any information we will explain why. See additional information on the reasons why we might not be able to provide information.

We publish our data so citizens can see how we work and where money is spent. The data is published in an accessible format and can be freely reused in accordance with the open data licence.

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The following documents are available to provide instruction and guidance about using this site.

  • for Administrators who will be uploading or maintaining information about data on the site eg Parish Clerks

quick start guide

user guide

  • for those that are looking for some information that may be held by the site eg Journalists, member of the public